Hear the Stories Behind the Places Around You
Thought GPS connects stories, memories, recommendations, and local knowledge to real-world places, helping people discover audio as they explore.
Thought GPS is FREE for Creators
★★★★★
5.0 App Rating
Available on the App Store & Google Play
How it Works
Open & Explore
Whether walking or driving, Thought GPS follows your location automatically. No tapping, scrolling, or searching required.
Discover Nearby Clips
See and hear public audio clips recorded near you. Explore what other creators have shared and how locations come alive through sound.
Record Audio Clips
Got a good story to tell? Use Thought GPS Creator app to record and share your own audio clips for others to discover.
For Listeners
Hands-Free Discovery
No tapping. No searching. Just put your phone away and hear the world talk.
Endless Variety
Campus tours, zoo safaris, neighborhood legends — follow curated routes or discover clips organically as you move.
Personalized Picks
Thought GPS learns your tastes over time — comedy one day, food tips or history the next.
For Creators
One-Tap Publishing
Drop a pin, hit record, and publish your clip in minutes.
Build Routes
Bundle clips into free multi-stop tours. Paid routes and creator monetization features are coming soon.
DISCOVER THE MAP
Explore nearby public clips to see what’s already live and understand how listeners experience your content.
Why Thought GPS?
Community Powered
No more stale, corporate audio guides. Hear from local voices telling local stories.
Precision Triggers
Fast, reliable GPS triggers ensure stories play at the right place, at the right moment.
Empowering Creators
Intuitive recording tools and route-building designed to help you share great local stories.
Johanna Topalian, Founder & CEO“It started with a quiet question in LA traffic: What were all these people thinking?”
Los Angeles, CA • MBA, UCLA Anderson
What people are saying
Emily R., UCLA Junior“Using Thought GPS felt like chatting with a friend. Discovering Powell Library’s secret art was incredible.”
Los Angeles, CA
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We use your location to play stories nearby – we don’t sell your data. See our Privacy Policy.